SIMECOL Drops (Paediatric)
Therapeutic Class
Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants
Indications
Simecol is used in the treatment of Flatulence , Abdominal distention, fullness, Gas and Windy Colic.
Chemical Composition
Each ml contains Simethicone USP 67 mg
Packaging
15 ml / Bot
Dosage & Administration
Simecol is usually taken after meals and at bedtime. Shake the bottle well before each use. Children less than 2 years of age: 20 mg (0.3ml Simecol drops) 4 times daily, upto 240mg (3.6 ml Simecol drops)/day. Children (2-12 years of age) : 40mg (0.6ml-1.2ml Simecol drops) 4 times daily, upto 500 mg (7.5ml Simecol drops)/day. Adult : 40-80mg 4 times daily, upto 500 mg (7.5ml Simecol drops)/day.
Warning & Precautions
Precaution: Do not exceed 12 doses per day except under the advice and supervision of a physician. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Side Effects
Simecol is physiologically inert and no adverse effect has been noted after oral ingestion.
Drug Interaction
There are no known drug interactions with simethicone.